Publications

The Papers of James Monroe, volume 6
Edited with Daniel Preston
Selected papers of James Monroe spanning from his appointment as Secretary of State in April 1811 through March 1814. This volume covers the lead-up to the War of 1812, Monroe’s role in encouraging public support for the war and shaping military policy, and domestic issues including filibusters, slavery, and partisanship.

The Papers of James Monroe, volume 5
Edited with Daniel Preston
This volume of the Monroe papers is a selected edition of James Monroe’s papers from 1803 to 1811. Important events covered include the Louisiana Purchase, the failed bid for West Florida and to negotiate peace with the British in 1806, Monroe’s run for the presidency in 1808, and his return to private life in Virginia.